My search continues for a Sprint ST, most likely 2005-2009, I have let 2 beauties get away that were at about 5,000 miles . I see many Sprint's in the 20,000-30,000 mile range. I am trying to get a sense of mileage as in what is approximate expected miles or how to think about a Sprint in terms of high mileage (like a car at 100k). Any ideas would be appreciated. I know such questions will be relevant to how the bike has been used, maintained, and serviced so lets say a bike that appears to have been maintained decently.

My search continues for a Sprint ST, most likely 2005-2009, I have let 2 beauties get away that were at about 5,000 miles . I see many Sprint's in the 20,000-30,000 mile range. I am trying to get a sense of mileage as in what is approximate expected miles or how to think about a Sprint in terms of high mileage (like a car at 100k). Any ideas would be appreciated. I know such questions will be relevant to how the bike has been used, maintained, and serviced so lets say a bike that appears to have been maintained decently.

The Sprint ST has just fought off the BMW K1200S and the Honda VFR-ABS to win Motorrad’s 50,000km endurance test, beating 12 other competitor bikes to the top spot. Motorrad, Germany’s best-selling and most influential motorcycle magazine, found that after 50,000km the Sprint ST’s compression and performance figures were the same as a brand new bike, the oil consumption was marginal, the engine, clutch and gearbox were all in very good condition and the painted parts, frame and exhaust pipe showed no sign of corrosion at all. The inspiring, characterized engine and the excellent handling of the bike also impressed them.
The condition of the bike after the 50,000km endurance test is outlined below:
Cylinder head:
- All valves were leak proof
- Valve seats were satisfactory
- Valve guides and stems were within figures for new
- Camshaft-bearings had visible marks but were within tolerance
- Cam lobes are very good
Liners/Pistons:
- All liners had visible marks but were within tolerances
- RHS liner slightly more noncircular but still within tolerances
- Piston free play is satisfactory with not much charcoal
Crank assembly:
- Main bearings like new
- Big ends perfect
- Small ends and gudgeon pins slightly worn
Transmission:
- Gear box in very good condition with no pitting
- Clutch plates like new
Frame/Chassis:
- Premium and reliable paintwork
- No hidden corrosion on powder coated frame

Motorrad concluded that, as a result of the moderate depreciation and reasonable costs of the Sprint ST, combined with the proven reliability and excellent condition of the bike during and after the endurance test, the Sprint ST was the sure winner for this test.

I bought my 2006 Sprint in 2010 with 28000 miles on it.I was a little worried at the time because it was a repo that didn't look like it had had the best of care.I now have 48000 on it,runs great uses no oil.I keep up on my preventive maintenance and so far it has been my favorite bike in 36 years of road riding.
Heading out from Ohio to New Hampshire tomorrow!

Hi, Things that will deferentially wear out between 20k and 30k miles are chain and sprockets. rear shock absorber rear shock linkage and probably head stock bearing because of lack of grease.I will give you one guess how I know this. Apart from that its normal maintenance. Allow for the cost of these items if they have not been done when buying. Engine will last a long while with regular oil changes.
Cheers Paul

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